This will be a monthly series in which I discuss my hair journey from now through my 5-year nappiversary in February 2013.
After three weeks in flat twists with twists (see earlier post), I flat-ironed my hair for an event. It was more out of necessity than desire, but I enjoy the temporary change-up from my usual routine of twists.
DISCLAIMER:
If you choose to flat iron your natural tresses, be sure you are aware of AND prepared for the possible risks (e.g., split ends, heat damage, breakage). I purposely refrained from flat ironing my hair during the early part of my natural journey because I did not want to risk a setback. Now that I am at a comfortable point in my hair care journey, I do not mind straightening my hair once in a while (~3 times a year).
STRAIGHTENING PROCESS:
I started with freshly washed, detangled, and conditioned hair that was air dried in ~12 braids. (See this page for my wash-condition-seal regimen.) Then I undid each braid, applied Proclaim heat protectant generously, and proceeded to flat iron smaller sections with a maximum of two passes.
HAIR FOR THE NEXT FEW WEEKS:
My straightened hair will be in pinned up jumbo twists for the next two weeks (if not three). Just because my hair is straight does not mean I can shy away from protective styling altogether. On the weekends, I might wear twistouts, depending on my mood.
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